Homeschool with Moxie Podcast
By Abby Banks
Homeschool with Moxie PodcastMar 29, 2019
264. Thinking Through a Language Arts Plan for K-12
Here’s how to think through a complete language arts plan for your K-12 homeschool. We’ll talk about how to cover the sub-categories of English instruction, what’s most important at each stage, and our favorite recommendations. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/264
263. Our 6th grade curriculum plan
It’s our fifth and final time homeschooling a 6th grader. Here’s what we’re using and why. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/263
262. Why I “stop homeschooling” after 10th grade
I just realized as I’m starting to plan out my teen’s 11th grade year that I’m basically done homeschooling him. Here’s why and what that looks like. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/262
261. Homeschooling pioneer in Israel: Our chat with Sara-Rivka Yekutiel
Sara-Rivka Yekutiel grew up in Boston and then homeschooled five children in a small Israeli village. Sara-Rivka is also the highest-ranking woman martial artist in Israel. She’s now a grandmother and has lots to share about being a homeschooling pioneer in Israel, using the unschooling approach, and her advice to young homeschool families. She’s written a book – Raizi and the Passover Plans - and will tell us about that too. You can find the show notes at https://www.4onemore.com/261
260. Homeschool Mom Hack: Don’t Lesson Plan
Extensive lesson planning might be one of the ways you’re making homeschooling harder than it needs to be! Let’s rethink lesson planning. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/260
259. Creative Ways to Schedule Out Your Homeschool Academic Year
Embrace the freedom and flexibility that homeschooling brings and consider which academic year schedule would work best for your unique family. We’ll discuss 7 creative ways to schedule your homeschool academic year. Show notes plus a free download are at https://www.4onemore.com/259
258. Are you working yourself out of a job?
The key to homeschooling is recognizing that your role will change through the years. Because it should. Here's how to embrace those changes and work yourself out of a job as a homeschool parent. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/258
257. Methodology Reflects Ideology
Leah Boden says in Modern Miss Mason that “our methodology is always a reflection of our ideology.” How does that look practically in our homeschools and what should we do about it? Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/257
256. On Reframing Childhood, Education, and Motherhood – 3 tips from Modern Miss Mason
Here are 3 more tips from Leah Boden in her book, Modern Miss Mason. When homeschooling, it becomes necessary to have some mindset shifts in the areas of childhood, education, and motherhood. Here's what that looks like. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/256
255. What are you doing well?
It's easy to focus on the hardest parts of your homeschool day and be burdened down by it. But what if you could flip the script? Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/255
254. Strengthen Your Child's Foundation in Faith with Christian Horstmann
Is your child's faith being challenged with doubts, contradictory messages, and hard questions about Christianity? Join us as we take an encouraging look at practical ways to strengthen our children's foundation in the Word so they can evaluate life and culture through a Biblical lens. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/254
253. House Flipping While Homeschooling with Amy Snyder
Are you a homeschool mom who's been looking for ways to help the family by bringing in a side income? Do you see the potential in ugly houses? Listen in on this fun chat with homeschool mom Amy Snyder as she tells us all about house flipping while homeschooling! Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/253
252. More Learning in Less Time
Yes! We already knew this, but it's nice to see research confirming it. "...(T)he efficiency of the homeschool environment can allow for more learning in less time." Listen in on the latest research about homeschooling and be encouraged. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/252
251. Simple decluttering tips for busy homeschool moms
Tired of the constant battle against clutter while trying to manage the chaos of homeschool life? I get it. In this Homeschool with Moxie Podcast episode, we're cutting through the fluff and diving into some practical decluttering tips for those of us who are knee-deep in the daily grind.
Download the action steps at https://www.4onemore.com/251
250. How Kids Can Be Bible Investigators with Danika Cooley
Listen to our chat with author Danika Cooley about her new book Bible Investigators: Creation. This independent learning study filled with puzzles and activities will teach your 8-12 year olds about the doctrine of Creation in a hands-on way.
Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/250
249. How to organize your homeschool day around couch time and table time
It may sound like a lot of code words when you’re just starting out in the homeschooling world, but once you learn about organizing your day around couch time and table time – you’ll be wondering why you didn’t do it sooner! This is one homeschool mom hack that you’ll want to consider if you don’t already. It really will simplify your life and make homeschooling much more enjoyable for everyone.
Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/249
248. What to do when the curriculum isn't working: Re-Air of episode 198
It's the time of year to revisit this topic ~ Here’s some helpful advice for those mid-year slumps when homeschooling just isn’t going well. This is a replay of episode 198, so the show notes are 4onemore.com/198
247. Internships: How to make homeschool high school work for your teen
Internships for homeschoolers might be just the thing your teen needs to consider to really customize his last few years of high school. When you have the freedom to craft a high school plan to fit your student, internships might be high on the list for many reasons. We’ll explore what internships are, how they can fit in a high school homeschool plan, then give you plenty of ideas to get the ball rolling.
Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/247
246. 12 Ways to Simplify your Homeschooling
Are you overwhelmed with your homeschool schedules, curriculum, and responsibilities? It's a new year and you can take easy steps to simplify homeschooling right now. Here are a dozen ways that you can simplify your homeschooling and finally be able to enjoy a more peaceful and productive journey with your kids.
Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/246
245. Balancing Homeschooling & Homemaking with Kerry Beck
Discover the art of balancing homeschooling and homemaking with practical tips from Kerry Beck of How to Homeschool My Child. Learn how to optimize your time, involve your children in household responsibilities, and cultivate a positive learning environment at home. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/245
244. How busy homeschool moms can save up to 1/3 on their grocery bills using preparedness principles with Karen Morris
Are you a busy mom trying to live on a budget? Want to save money on groceries? I'm thrilled to have my friend, Karen Morris, back for another chat full of actionable strategies. Karen shares practical ideas for saving money, building a food supply, and more at "Are You Prepared, Mama?"
Remember to check out the show notes at https://www.4onemore.com/244
243. Unschooling vs. Traditional Approach with Gypsy Gameschooler
Are you feeling torn between unschooling and a more traditional approach? Our listener Trisha is asking for some help is navigating this struggle. Should she be taming the wildness in her kids or cultivating it? This is a great question and we’re happy to have Ashley Wright from GypsyGameschooler.com as our guest to help us think about this topic. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/243
242. Want a peek inside my day as a homeschool mom of only 2?
Here’s a peek inside my day as a homeschool mom of only 2 kids left at home! From our early days of homeschooling in 2008 to now, there are many changes as the seasons of life change and the kids grow up and leave the nest. No matter where you are in your homeschool adventure, this episode will give you encouragement, perspective, and a reality check. Sponsored by BOGO Fresh Start Deal from SchoolhouseTeachers at (referral) https://www.4onemore.com/schoolhouse
241. Review of IEW’s Intro to Public Speaking
We all know that public speaking skills are important for our teens, but until now it’s been hard for homeschoolers to find a user-friendly approach to learning these skills. So I’m happy to review Introduction to Public Speaking from Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW). It’s the perfect curriculum for your middle or high schooler to use independently or in a co-op setting.
Be sure to take advantage of 2 weeks of speech lessons for FREE!
Check it out in the show notes at https://www.4onemore.com/241
240. Happy Thanksgiving! What to listen to today
If you're driving to see family today or in the coming weeks, here's a quick run-down of some of the episodes you may have missed. Whether you're homeschooling a kindergartener or trying to prep your pantry without spending a ton of money, we've got an episode for YOU! Be sure to grab our free digital Black Friday magazine to keep track of all the seasonal deals, freebies, giveaways, and sales in the homeschool world. You can find that at https://www.4onemore.com/blackfriday
239. Advent Ideas for All Ages
How can you help your kids understand the true meaning of Christmas while celebrating Jesus’ incarnation and anticipating His future coming again? These advent ideas will help you – there’s something for the littles AND the teens. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/239
238. Don’t underestimate the power of consistency in homeschooling
You can’t control everything, but as the homeschool parent, you can control the consistency factor. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/238
237. Should my child skip a grade?
Some parents have asked me whether or not their child should skip a grade. Here are the questions I would ask and optional ideas to consider. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/237
236. Why I Ditched the Boxed Curriculum
Sometimes the boxed curriculum – strict, inflexible, traditional, school-at-home curriculum – makes homeschooling way harder than it needs to be! Here’s why I ditched the boxed curriculum years ago and you might want to ditch it too. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/236
235. Reevaluating Priorities: Homeschooling Insights from the Trenches
I’m answering a question today I saw on social media about how my priorities have changed over the years of homeschooling. What would I say to that young homeschooling mom who’s just starting out? And what are those things that I’m glad we focused on?
234. Who What Why Series Review + My Personal Connection to the Underground Railroad
Want to teach your 9-11 year olds about the history of slavery, abolition, and the Underground Railroad but with a Christian worldview perspective? That's what Danika Cooley does in The Who What Why Series. We'll review these books in this episode PLUS I'll tell you a fascinating story of my personal connection to the Underground Railroad. Get free lapbooks to use with The Who What Why Series and see our full review in the show notes at https://www. 4onemore.com/234
233. All About Strewing: Inspiring Learning at Home
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of strewing. We'll learn how strewing can spark a child's curiosity, foster a love for lifelong learning, and nurture their individual interests and talents. You can find the show notes at https://www.4onemore.com/233
232. Creating independent, responsible learners with Dennis DiNoia from Mr. D Math
Dennis DiNoia is the founder of Mr. D Math and has a passion for helping students become independent and responsible learners. Listen to this episode of the Homeschool with Moxie Podcast where Dennis shares how homeschool parents can set the right atmosphere for students to develop lifelong self-mastery skills.
231. Why You Should Consider Dual Enrollment for Your High Schooler
My teens have all benefited from taking dual enrollment classes as homeschooled students. Here are the five reasons why you should consider dual enrollment for your high schooler. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/231
230. The Secret Sauce of Homeschool with Bekki Sayler
We know in our hearts that it really doesn't matter if our kids know all the math facts, or historical dates, or grammar rules. But it does matter a whole lot whether they love to learn and continue to be life-long learners. If that's your heartbeat, you'll love this episode with our special guest, Bekki Sayler, from A Better Way to Homeschool. She has a few things to say about leaning into the flourishing and fun stage after successfully homeschooling her five sons. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/230
229. Homeschooling Teens: Navigating Doubts and Ensuring Success with Michelle Osborn
Today we chat with Michelle Osborn, veteran homeschool mom of four graduates. She runs Homeschooling Teens Successfully and shares how to overcome doubt, answer the question "am I doing enough?" and help our teens reach success during the high school years. You can find show notes at https://www.4onemore.com/229
228. Top 5 Homeschooling Mistakes + Solutions
Ready for a new homeschool year? It’s exciting to open up the new school supplies, set new goals, and begin a fresh year. But there are some common homeschooling mistakes that you may encounter. The good news is that there are effective solutions so that you can navigate these challenges successfully! Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/228
227. 3 Things Every Mom Needs to Know About Clutter + 3 Quick Wins!
If clutter has you discouraged, here are the 3 things you need to know – plus 3 quick wins to get you started with decluttering! Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/227
226. 2 Things Homeschool Moms Need to Know About Curriculum
Homeschool moms can spend half their life researching curriculum and still not feeling totally confident in their choices! It’s a battle because our finances might be tight, we might have multiple kids with varying learning styles, plus a dozen other reasons. Take a breath learn the only 2 things you actually need to know about curriculum. Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/226
225. 3 Things Every Homeschool Mom Needs to Know About the Housework
Homeschool moms need to juggle a lot – including the housework! But what is really most important here? How can you lessen your load while keeping up with homeschooling? Show notes are at www.4onemore.com/225
224. 4 Things Every Homeschool Mom Needs to Know About Her Homeschool Space
Do you need a homeschool room? How can you ensure that your homeschool space works well for your kids? What can I do right now to get my space ready for the upcoming year? Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/224
223. 7 Things Every Homeschool Mom Needs to Know About Time Management
Time management feels so overwhelming to many homeschool mom because we’re constantly putting out fires instead of getting anything substantive done. So if you want to improve your time management skills as a homeschool mom, here are 7 things you should know. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/223
222. 5 Tips for Getting Ready for a New Homeschool Year
Ready to be more organized, productive, flexible, yet efficient this year? Here are 5 tips for getting ready for a new homeschool year. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/222
221. How to Balance Homeschool Life with Family and Work
Homeschool parents wear so many hats! It can be a challenge to keep a healthy balance. Let’s chat about actionable strategies to take the overwhelm out of the daily juggle. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/221
220. How to Know if Your Child is Really on Track
When you’re the homeschool parent, it can feel overwhelming at times to know if your child is on track or not in their learning. But what does that actually mean? This episode will give you actionable strategies and mindset shifts necessary to encourage progress. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/220
219. Project-based homeschooling strategy with living books
Do you love using living books in your homeschool? Are your kids up for a creative challenge? Here are some fun strategies for meshing the two ideas together this school year. And this is especially perfect for teens who would be more engaged with project-based homeschooling. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/219
218. Our Budget Friendly Homeschool Curriculum for 10th Grade
Come learn about our eclectic mix of budget-friendly 10th grade homeschool curriculum options and the mindset shift you need to homeschool through high school effectively. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/218
217. Inside Our 5th Grade Homeschool: A Look at Our Curriculum Choices + Resources
It’s 2023 and this fall will be the fifth and final time I homeschool a 5th grader! It’s bittersweet for sure. Some things have remained constant and many things have changed since I homeschooled my oldest through 5th grade a decade ago. So, here’s a look at our homeschool 5th grade curriculum choices and resources. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/217
216. 25 Things I Don’t Buy for my Homeschool
Need to stay on a tight budget for homeschooling? Here are the 25 things I don’t buy for my homeschool, which saves me money and space. Learn more in the show notes at https://4onemore.com/216
215. Make Your Summer Reading List with these all-time best homeschooling books
Ready to refuel, be encouraged, and learn new strategies as a homeschooling mom? Then use these all-time best homeschooling book recommendations to create your summer reading list. We'll talk about best books for the new mom just starting out, books for the mom who needs to be encouraged, and books for the learning mom. Plus, download our list of 60 Books Homeschool Moms Should Read in our show notes at https://4onemore.com/215 - also don't forget to enter the Giveaway from IEW ($99 value) at 4onemore.com/IPS before June 27th